vastaväriteoriaan
Vastaväriteoriaan, often translated as "contrasting color theory" or "complementary color theory" in English, is a concept in art and design that explores the principles of how colors interact with each other, particularly when placed side-by-side. It is rooted in the idea that certain colors, when positioned next to their complements, appear more vibrant and intense. Complementary colors are those that are directly opposite each other on the color wheel. For example, red is the complement of green, blue is the complement of orange, and yellow is the complement of violet.
The theory suggests that this juxtaposition creates a strong visual contrast, which can be used to draw
While often discussed in the context of painting and visual arts, the principles of vastaväriteoriaan are also